The purpose of the industrial zones is to permit light industrial and limited commercial uses such as manufacturing and assembly of products, research and development, storage of certain products and equipment, distribution facilities and corporate functions. The uses should provide an important contribution to the Town's economic base providing local tax benefits and employment while at the same time contribute to the diversity of land uses and opportunity. Generally these types of uses are dependent upon the proximity of a wide range of transportation infrastructure that will facilitate delivery of materials and products and provide access to the labor force. The industrial zones are located in close proximity or directly accessible to Interstate interchanges, State highways and the railroad lines to provide access. Newtown is divided into five industrial zones that permit a single or multiple use upon a lot. Uses vary in degree to be consistent with available infrastructure, neighboring land uses and environmental conditions in the area in which they are located.
The intent of the Industrial Zones is to promote sustainable economic development consistent with protection of public health, safety and general welfare of the community. The Industrial Zones are intended to be separate from residential and commercial neighborhoods although larger commercial development and accessory uses, such as a shopping center, are permitted in the Industrial Zones to provide residents with convenient access to the services generally offered in these projects. The land uses outlined below are intended to contribute to diversity in the local economic base, provide employment and contribute to the quality of life and overall character of the Town of Newtown.